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Kanji for Model
Japanese has more than one kanji connected to “model”: 模、範、鑑. Each has its own feeling. Compare their meanings, readings and the names they appear in.
model
A pattern or model; craftsmanship.
14 strokes On reading モ、ボ (mo, bo) JLPT N1
Dictionary meanings: imitation, copy, mock
Readings used for names on Nazuke: bo, mo
model
A model or example to follow.
15 strokes On reading ハン (han) JLPT N1
Dictionary meanings: pattern, example, model
Readings used for names on Nazuke: nori, han
In Japan it appears in about 225 given names in the JMnedict name dictionary, in both boys’ and girls’ names.
model
A model to learn from; good judgment.
23 strokes On reading カン (kan) Kun reading かんがみる、かがみ (kangamiru, kagami) JLPT N1
Dictionary meanings: specimen, take warning from, learn from
Readings used for names on Nazuke: aki, akira, kan
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